Title: On Air Fest Announces On Air LA Annex 2023: A Celebration of Audio Storytelling in the Heart of LA
On Air Fest, the leading event for audio storytelling, has unveiled the details for On Air LA Annex 2023, set to take place from November 1st to 4th. This four-day festival will feature live podcasts, captivating performances, and innovative installations by renowned artists and storytellers who are at the forefront of this transformative moment.
On Air LA Annex will bring together creators, fans, and industry professionals at various locations throughout the city, including KCRW in Santa Monica and dublab in University Park. Described as the “Sundance of Audio,” On Air Fest has a reputation for uniting podcasting luminaries with visionary creatives, inspiring both content creators and the wider audio industry. Since its inception in 2017, the festival has premiered numerous award-winning podcasts, staged countless live storytelling sessions, drawn thousands of fans, and provided a platform for elevating the art form.
The festivities of On Air LA Annex will commence on Wednesday, November 1st, with the invite-only On Air Business Summit. This exclusive gathering will bring together industry leaders who are driving the growth of the podcast medium. Following the Summit, On Air Fest will present two enchanting evenings of cultural programming on November 1st and 2nd, including live tapings and performances at KCRW’s state-of-the-art performance studio. The festival will continue on Saturday, November 4th, with On Air Open House, a full day of programming dedicated to LA’s vibrant creator community, hosted at dublab.
This year’s On Air Open House will feature a groundbreaking exhibition: a curated collection of original listening experiences crafted by On Air Fest’s creative team, dublab artists, and local talent. Attendees will have the opportunity to move between stations and immerse themselves in a diverse range of captivating stories and sonic experiments.
“The undeniable culture of creativity in LA is the perfect backdrop for this event,” says Scott Newman, the festival’s Founder. “We are thrilled to support the artists who are shaping this moment in a city where storytelling thrives.”
The programming for On Air LA Annex 2023 includes:
– The On Air Business Summit, a by-invitation gathering of industry leaders hosted by Adswizz, which will foster urgent dialogues on the growth and evolution of the podcast marketplace.
– Evening programming at KCRW’s Annenberg Performance Studio, featuring the highly anticipated return of Lost Notes. Co-hosted by Novena Carmel and Michael Barnes, this special session will delve into the real stories behind LA’s soul music scene.
– Let’s Make a Horror, an interactive rendition of the critically acclaimed show from CBC Podcasts and Kelly&Kelly, combining improv comedy and horror elements for a thrilling Halloween experience. Comedians Ryan Beil, Maddy Kelly, and Mark Chavez will be joined by a special guest.
– A live taping of Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso, featuring an announced guest.
– An exclusive audio showcase from Audible, providing insights into one of their highly anticipated Audible Originals.
– Imperfect Paradise, the award-winning show from LAist Studios, will offer a behind-the-scenes look at its eagerly awaited return. Hosted by Antonia Cereijido, the session will also feature Brian De Los Santos, the host of How to LA, highlighting stories from and about LA.
– On Air Open House at dublab, a free, all-day celebration for LA’s creative audio community. Attendees can explore interactive storytelling spaces, witness live radio streams, and meet talented podcasters and artists. The event will also include a happy hour presented by ESPN 30 for 30, live performances, DJ sets, and more.
– On Air “Official Selects,” a curated showcase of creative short-form audio. A cohort of esteemed podcast professionals will select audio works under 10 minutes long to be presented as immersive listening experiences at On Air Open House.
– A live stream of podcasts from dublab’s Studio A, offering an insider’s perspective on the production of live radio.
For more information and to secure tickets, visit: [On Air LA Annex 2023](https://www.onairfest.com/events/la-annex-2023/overview?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=podnews.net:2023-08-31)
On Air Fest’s On Air LA Annex 2023 promises to be a momentous gathering of audio storytellers, industry leaders, and passionate fans, all converging in the heart of Los Angeles to celebrate the power of the spoken word. Don’t miss this extraordinary event that will shape the future of audio storytelling.
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